Sr. Project Coordinator

Job summary

The Sr. Project Coordinator will plan and implement engineering and construction programs while managing project schedules, budgets, and labour requirements. They will also facilitate communication across the project team and ensure compliance with design specifications and safety standards.

Job details

Come Build Your Career at Aecon! Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment. Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive. At Aecon, you can count on: Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always. Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage. Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments. Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully. We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud. At Aecon we: Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs. Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture. Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities. Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team. What is the Opportunity? Aecon Civil is a recognized leader in the market, backed by strong self-perform capabilities and deep local expertise. We play a key role in building and enhancing infrastructure across Canada, the U.S., and an expanding international footprint improving everyday life through the roads, bridges, tunnels, and transit systems that connect communities. With more than a century of experience and a full suite of integrated services, Aecon is a trusted partner for delivering complex civil projects, including tunnels, transit expansions, airports, ports, highways, and large-scale site development. The Hamilton LRT Alliance has been selected by Metrolinx as the development partner for the Hamilton LRT – Package 1: Civil & Utilities. Under the alliance model, Aecon provides construction capability and resources as part of an integrated team, working collaboratively with all alliance participants to progress design, cost, and construction schedules during the project’s development phase. The Hamilton LRT isn’t just a transit project, it’s reshaping how a city connects, grows, and moves. Join us in being part of a dynamic team building critical infrastructure that will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come! The Sr. Project Coordinator will support with key coordination tasks, tracking progress, and ensuring smooth communication across the project team for the Roadway & Streetscaping works scope. This role requires strong organizational skills, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to support project leadership in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment on a major multi-disciplinary infrastructure project. What You'll Do Here: Plans and implements an engineering and construction program, including defining the project plan, activities, milestones, and labour requirements. Develops and maintains the project schedule and budget and controls spending. Reads and understands the project contract. Provides status reports of project milestones and adjustments to schedules. Identifies changes to the project schedule and its impacts (e.g. contract impact). Identifies project labour requirements and coordinates labour with appropriate trades and subcontractors. Coordinates preparation and delivery of project deliverables (e.g. design documents, as-built drawings, etc.). Reviews project design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements and related specifications. Coordinates activities relating to technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems. Evaluates and recommends design changes, specifications, and drawing releases. Interfaces with customers to provide project status reports and ensure customer needs are met. Provides status and progress reports to customers, the project team, and management. Forecasts and tracks change orders and scope changes. Assists and monitors safety programs and statistics as required. Writes and reviews purchase specifications and subcontract documents. Maintains active involvement in quality assurance with regard to understanding and implementing policies and procedures. Provides estimating and project management backup as required. Performs such other duties and responsibilities as assigned by his/her supervisor/manager. Develops and writes reports and business correspondence. What You Bring to the Team: Post-secondary education in a Construction or Engineering discipline, or an acceptable combination of education and previous experience. 5+ years of experience in a project engineering or heavy construction environment, preferably in roadworks or highway construction. Excellent computer skills including proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.). Proficiency in software related to the construction industry as required (e.g. Primavera Scheduling software, AutoCAD, etc.). On-site presence 5 days per week. Reason for Vacancy: New The expected pay range for this role is $85,000 - $95,000 per year. Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role. Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process. As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.

What you’ll do

The Sr. Project Coordinator will plan and implement engineering and construction programs while managing project schedules, budgets, and labour requirements. They will also facilitate communication across the project team and ensure compliance with design specifications and safety standards.

Requirements

Candidates must possess post-secondary education in a construction or engineering discipline and at least 5 years of experience in heavy construction or project engineering. Proficiency in construction software such as Primavera and AutoCAD, along with strong organizational skills, is required.

Benefits

• Health benefits • Mental well-being support • Tuition reimbursement • Leadership programs • Diversity programs • Employee resource groups

Listed skills

• Project Coordination · Preferred
• Construction Management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• MS-Office · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• AutoCAD · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project coordination
• Construction management
• Project scheduling
• Budgeting
• Contract management
• Primavera
• AutoCAD
• MS Office
• Reporting
• Problem-solving
• Stakeholder management
• Quality assurance
• Safety compliance
• Engineering design review
• Report Writing
• Project Design
• Project Status Reports
• Courage
• Project Schedules
• Change Orders
• Accountability
• As-Built Drawings
• Organizational Skills
• Project Engineering
• Microsoft Excel
• Artificial Intelligence
• Construction
• Business Correspondence
• Management
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Engineering Design Process
• Project Planning
• Forecasting
• Leadership
• Highway Construction
• Humility
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Office
• Milestones (Project Management)
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Primavera (Software)
• Quality Assurance
• Statistics
• Subcontracting
• Team Building

Job areas

• Construction
• Engineering
• Transportation
• Energy
• Management & Leadership
• Project Coordinator
• Statistical, Mathematical and Related Associate Professionals
• Project Management Specialists